Build the Future of Military Aviation as an Aviation Maintenance Technician

Put Your Skills to Work Where They Matter Most

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aviation industry organization to hire skilled Aviation Maintenance Technicians in Jacksonville, FL. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in supporting military aircraft readiness by performing maintenance, repairs, and modifications on advanced aircraft systems that help strengthen global security.

If you're an experienced aircraft mechanic who takes pride in quality workmanship, precision, and mission-critical results, we want to hear from you.

Position Details

• Job Title: Aviation Maintenance Technician
  
• Location: Jacksonville, FL
  
• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)
  
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
  
  
  
  • 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    
  • Must be available to work 1st or 2nd shift based on business needs
    
  
  
  
• Pay Rate: Starting at $30.86/hour
  

What You'll Do

As an Aviation Maintenance Technician, you'll support maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification activities on P-8 aircraft and other military and commercial derivative aircraft platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural repairs, modifications, and overhauls on aircraft and flight control components.
  
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, technical directives, and service bulletins.
  
• Fabricate, trim, drill, ream, and assemble metallic and composite aircraft components.
  
• Install and remove rivets, blind fasteners, Hi-Loks, bolts, lock bolts, screws, and other aircraft hardware.
  
• Conduct precision drilling and measurements to exact specifications.
  
• Apply primers, paints, sealants, corrosion protection, and aircraft finishes.
  
• Remove and reinstall aircraft access panels and fairings.
  
• Utilize precision measuring equipment, including:
  
  
  
  • Micrometers
    
  • Dial calipers
    
  • Grip gauges
    
  • Feeler gauges
    
  • Depth gauges
    
  • Bore gauges
    
  
  
  
• Complete aircraft maintenance records, technical logs, and work documentation accurately and on time.
  
• Follow safety procedures and maintain compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
  
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and support on-time aircraft delivery goals.
  

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Aircraft Mechanic experience in commercial aviation, defense aviation, or a related trade apprenticeship.
  
• Minimum 3 years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
  
• Ability to perform close-tolerance drilling within .003 inches.
  
• Ability to perform precision measurements within .003 inches.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer systems.
  
• High School Diploma or GED.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing structural repairs on military aircraft.
  
• Proficiency working with metallic and composite structures.
  
• Experience applying aircraft coatings, primers, sealants, and corrosion prevention treatments.
  
• Strong knowledge of aircraft fasteners, hardware, and installation procedures.
  
• Familiarity with technical directives, airworthiness directives, and service bulletins.
  
• Ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
  

Why Join Us?

Make an Impact

Your work directly supports military aircraft readiness and helps ensure critical assets are mission-ready when they are needed most.

Work on Advanced Aircraft

Gain hands-on experience with sophisticated military and commercial derivative aircraft platforms while expanding your technical expertise.

Build Your Career

Join a team that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and professional growth. You'll work alongside experienced aviation professionals who are committed to excellence.

Safety-First Culture

Work in an environment where safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork are top priorities.

Competitive Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay starting at $30.86/hour
  
• Full-time schedule with consistent hours
  
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading aviation organization
  
• Valuable experience supporting high-visibility aviation programs
  

Ready to Take Flight?

If you're a skilled aviation professional looking for an opportunity to contribute to a mission that matters while advancing your career, apply today.

Join PDS Tech Commercial and help keep mission-critical aircraft flying safely, efficiently, and ready for the challenges ahead.



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